Maine Senate Polling as Susan Collins, Troy Jackson Head into Fourth Debate
Summary
A new poll shows Democratic challenger Troy Jackson leading Republican Senator Susan Collins by 2 points in the Maine Senate race. This comes just before their fourth and final debate. The race is very close and seen as important for control of the U.S. Senate after the 2026 midterm elections.Key Facts
- Troy Jackson leads Susan Collins by 2 points in a Suffolk University poll of 500 likely Maine voters.
- Jackson has 49% support, Collins has 47%, with a margin of error of +/-4.4 points.
- The race is viewed as one of the most competitive in the 2026 midterm elections.
- Maine usually leans Democratic, but Collins has won before due to her bipartisan appeal.
- Democrats need to win four Senate seats to gain a majority, and Maine is a key target.
- Collins still holds a slight lead among independent voters, 47% to 44%.
- Jackson dominates Democratic support with 94% backing him.
- Previous polls also showed Jackson leading by about 4 points.
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